Types of Gifts

The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution encourages outright gifts, planned gifts, and bequests to support current science and help us build a strong endowment. With a gift of $100 or more, you will automatically become a Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Associate. Your contribution is tax deductible as allowed by law.

Here are a variety of giving options to help meet Institution goals and provide tax savings for the donor.

On this page: Outright Gifts | Planned Giving and Bequests | Gifts of Stock | Gifts-in-Kind

Outright Gifts

Cash: A gift of cash is the simplest way to support WHOI. A cash gift is fully tax deductible up to 50% of the donor's adjusted gross income for the year in which the gift is made and provides immediate support to the Institution.
Stock: Gifts of securities are tax deductible at their fair market value. In addition, if a gift is made of appreciated securities, the donor pays no tax on the capital gain.
Gifts of Real Estate: Gifts of real estate can be donated as outright gifts or used to fund a trust that pays income. Also, a donor can contribute property but retain the right to live in it for life.
Make a Pledge: Pledge to make a gift to the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution when it is convenient for you. Contribute today by completing a Letter of Intent (pdf) or for more information call (508) 289-4895.

Planned Giving and Bequests
While gifts such as cash and stock are vital to the success of the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, donors also can support ocean research by making a planned gift. A planned gift is one that usually involves the assistance of a qualified professional (which we would be happy to provide) to help maximize benefits to the donor and to the Institution. Even though some of these gifts might not be received by the Institution until after the donor’s lifetime, immediate benefits to the donor might include tax savings, additional income and the satisfaction of knowing that charitable goals will be met. To learn more about how you can make a planned gift to WHOI, please visit the WHOI Planned Giving section.

Gifts of Stock
» Instructions for making a gift of stock

Gifts-in-Kind
Gifts-in-kind are noncash donations. This might include items that are tangible (equipment, art, jewelry, donor hosted events (food and refreshments), etc.) or intangible (software, software licenses, patents, copyrights, etc.). Gift-in-kind donations are tax-deductible according to IRS regulations. Please consult your tax professional for more information regarding deductibility.
» View Gift-in-Kind Internal Policy

Last updated: September 3, 2009

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